"Fewer Americans are dying young from preventable causes of death," said CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden, M.D., MPH. "Tragically, deaths from overdose are increasing because of the opioid epidemic, and there are still large differences between states in all preventable causes of death, indicating that many more lives can be saved through use of prevention and treatment available today."
The inspection began May 16, 2016, after a complaint that an amputation injury early this year at the window manufacturer's Dalton, Pa., facility was not reported to OSHA. The inspection also was done as part of OSHA's national emphasis program on amputations.
The department is boosting security at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade after a threat by ISIS.
According to the agencies, 34 state agencies have reported decreases.
"Trench deaths have more than doubled nationwide since last year - an alarming and unacceptable trend that must be halted," said Assistant Secretary Dr. David Michaels. "There is no excuse. These fatalities are completely preventable by complying with OSHA standards that every construction contractor should know."
Do not wash the turkey because that will spread pathogens onto kitchen surfaces. (The only way to kill bacteria that causes foodborne illness is to fully cook the turkey.)
The rule will amend the existing BSEE regulations.
NFPA said its latest survey of U.S. fire departments found there are extensive needs by departments of all sizes and in every area. USFA reminds us that home fires double on Thanksgiving.
The rule addresses personal fall protection systems' requirements.
The grants will support tuition-free programs for industry-specific skills.
The Council estimates as many as 437 people may be killed.
This represents a shift in how substance abuse is perceived.
The FAA is asking air travelers to take an active role in flight safety.
The company was cited for willful and serious safety violations.
The Jo Cox murder trial has been put on hold.
The agency has given feedback on how to improve the consensus standard.
The International Volcano Observatory Best Practices workshop is taking place in the United States for the first time this week in Vancouver, Wash.
The state requested a Fire Management Assistance Grant and it was granted Nov. 11. Mandatory evacuations were taking place for some 800 people and were expected to increase, even as 20 other large fires were burning uncontrolled in the state as of Nov. 11, according to FEMA.
The agency warns the industry to take note of unique hazards in winter.
The meeting will be held Nov. 15 in Washington, D.C.